Event Operations Manager, UNLV Student Union & Event Services [R0149246]

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Las Vegas, NV - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 77624 - 87000
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) appreciates your interest in employment. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

  • Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
  • Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.
  • Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

Once a recruitment has closed applications will no longer be accepted. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process please contact Human Resources at or

Job Description

The University of Nevada Las Vegas invites applications for Event Operations Manager UNLV Student Union & Event Services R0149246

ROLE of the POSITION

Reporting to the Associate Director of Facilities & Operations the Event Operations Manager oversees all internal event-related operations for events held within Student Union & Event Services (SUES) managed and operated facilities as contracted between SUES and clients. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Managing operations and staffing budgets including projecting operational needs approving purchases monitoring spending & making recommendations to the Associate Director for capital projects/expenditures and equipment replacement schedules Responsible for all AV and equipment set-ups within the student union (30 spaces) outdoor venues (10 locations) and various locations around campus (ex: TAC FND) as contracted for 1000 events annually Developing proposing and implementing policies and procedures for the event operations area Ensuring the event operations area is in compliance with departmental and university policies as well as fire/life/occupational safety security and risk management requirements Responsible for the overall setup operation and strike of event equipment such as AV tables chairs dance floors trashcans and other SUES equipment as well as outside vendors rental equipment. Serve as lead facilitator for pre-production and weekly scheduling meetings for SUES team and campus partners (ex: Dining Services) (20 staff) to review upcoming events for accuracy edits communication and implementation Conduct daily venue walkthroughs to ensure equipment is set-up and/or stored properly and organized. Monitor daily event and client needs and provide on-site event assistance particularly for large-scale campus evens (ex: Homecoming Festival of Communities) Coordinating an effective maintenance work order system and managing improvement projects maintaining accurate equipment inventory and administering replacement programs as budget permits for Event Operations Manage and identify areas for growth within the SUES equipment loan and check-out programs for UNLV clients (RSOs departments faculty/staff) Responsible for managing SUES equipment rental needs for both internal and external clients ensuring accuracy coordinating delivery and pick-up and processing invoices against POs.

This position is responsible for the direct supervision of the full time Event Operations Coordinator & Event Technology Coordinator; The Graduate Assistant for Event Operations & Technical Services; And indirectly supervises 60-70 student staff. Responsibilities include hiring training evaluation and daily supervision.

Evening & weekend work is required along with the ability to provide 24/7 emergency on-call response as necessary (on call response within 30 minutes).

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT

The Student Union offers conveniences and amenities for everyone; students staff faculty and visitors alike. Whether you need to grab a snack hold a meeting or just have some fun the Student Union helps make everyones day on campus a little bit better.

We are committed to creating exceptional guest services by providing safe clean well-maintained facilities and equipment; opportunities for student education and development; and value-added services while adhering to our core values of integrity teamwork sustainability and communication.

Student Union & Event Services and UNLV Student Life are firmly committed to creating and maintaining an environment that is diverse inclusive and welcoming for all people. This reflects our commitment and journey towards bringing multiple perspectives to our community; supporting our students staff and guests; and embracing new ideas

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires abachelors degreefrom an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and a minimum three (3) years combination of full time and/or academic year graduate assistant experience working in event operations audio/visual event production and/or event planning AND three (3) years direct supervision experience of student and/or full-time staff required. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Masters degree

Experience working with audio/visual equipment

Experience supervising full-time staff

Experience working in student unions and higher education

Experience with strategic planning and working with area/department planning

BACKGROUND CHECKS

All candidates must pass a background screening.

COMMITMENT and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support and contribute to a respectful positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary range is $77624 - $87000. Unable to offer more than stated salary range

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

  • Competitive total rewards package including:
    • Paid time off sick leave and holidays
    • Excellent health insurance including medical dental and vision
    • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
  • No state income tax
  • Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
  • Tuition discounts for spouses domestic partners and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience and the names addresses and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Kierstin Dimmick - Search Committee Chair.

Although this position will remain open until filled review of candidates materials will begin on November 7th.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact for support.

For assistance with the application process please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at or .

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the Find Jobs process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday type Find Jobs in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number R0149246 in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957 UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30000 students and more than 3600 faculty and staff. To date UNLV has conferred more than 152000 degrees producing more than 130000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty educating the regions diversifying population and workforce driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Reports annual listing of the nations most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

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EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age (40 or older) disability whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities) gender (including pregnancy related conditions) military status or military obligations sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information national origin race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles afros bantu knots curls braids locks and twists) color or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class including unlawful harassment which is a form of discrimination is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination to prevent its recurrence to remedy its effects and to discipline those responsible. Women minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada Las Vegas does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The Universitys commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito J.D. Title IX Coordinator University of Nevada Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland Parkway Mail Stop 1062 Las Vegas NV 89154-1062 Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246 Telephone: ; Email: or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights 400 Maryland Avenue SW Washington D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1- FAX: ; TDD: 1-; Email: ; or to both.

Information pertaining to the Universitys grievance procedures and grievance process including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Administrative Faculty

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Cover Letter CV/ Resume and 3 References

Posting Close Date

07/31/2026

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verifiedHR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty members first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

As part of the hiring process applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving evidence of a valid drivers license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Recruitments that provide a work scheduleare subject to change based on organizational needs.


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